Sermons on James 1:17-19: showing 31-45 of 651

So You Want To Be Unique Series

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Feb 2, 2001

Christian Survivor Series; Living Godly in a Godless World -- Developing a Christlike character is possible, and just what we all need.

So You Want To Be Unique? (Christian Survivor Series; Living Godly in a Godless World) Developing a Christlike character is possible, and just what we all need. James 1.19-27 February 4, 2001 Post this at all the intersections, dear friends: Lead with your ears, follow ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-27

Denomination: United Methodist

To Hear The Truth Series

Contributed by Tim George on Feb 14, 2001

In our trials and temptations we often yell for help in many ways but the question is, will we listen to the One who can help us in our times of trial and temptation?

"Every good gift and every perfect gift is from above, and comes down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shadow of turning. Of His own will He brought us forth by the word of truth, that we might be a kind of firstfruits of His creatures. So then, my beloved brethren, let ...read more

Scripture: James 1:17-20

Denomination: Baptist

How To Not Over React

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

One Italian man became so frustrated with his wife’s badgering that he had himself arrested just to have one night’s peace in a jail cell. However, ten minutes after being securely locked away for the night because of pretending to be publicly intoxicated

Avoid Over-reacting to Provocations (James 1:19) We all have a tendency to over react when provoked. Some have more difficulty than others controlling their emotions. Illustration: One Italian man became so frustrated with his wife’s badgering that he had himself arrested just to have one night’s ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

He'll Do It Again

Contributed by Roger Griffith on Oct 18, 2000

Some people think that God is like a genie in a bottle. You get 2 or 3 good wishes out of him and then it’s all over. I’m here to tell you, He’s no genie in a bottle. He doesn’t run out of compassion and He’s not short on power! When you need His help, He

HE’LL DO IT AGAIN TEXT: Mal 3:6 James 1:17 Num 23:19 INTRODUCTION: Some people think that God is like a genie in a bottle. You get 2 or 3 good wishes out of him and then it’s all over. I’m here to tell you, He’s no genie in a bottle. He doesn’t run out of compassion and He’s not short on ...read more

Scripture: Malachi 3:6, James 1:17

How To Overcome Bad Listening Habits

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Some people tend to have a hard time listening to people who do not speak in the language of Biblical absolutes.

Some people tend to have a hard time listening to people who do not speak in the language of Biblical absolutes. Ineffective listening is usually the single biggest hindrance to effective communication between people. The following is a list of some of the most common barriers to listening: a. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 3:15, James 1:19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Maturity And Temptation

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

Introductory Consideration 1.

Introductory Consideration 1. Why are here this evening? Why are you not at home relaxing or doing some things with your family? Why do some of you drive great distance to worship God in the vening when you have already done so in the morning? 2. Its not because you have to, at least unless you ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Dealing With Temptation

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

Introductory Consideration From Temptation to Death James 1:12-17 1.

Introductory Consideration From Temptation to Death James 1:12-17 1. "I try so hard not to talk about others, but before I realize it, the words are out of my mouth". "I believe I am a Christian, but I sure wonder when I act theway I do." " I feel like giving up. I just cannot overcome the evil ...read more

Scripture: James 1:12-18

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Righteous Life

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

Introductory Considerations 1.

Introductory Considerations 1. Today in just a few words James teaches us one of the most important lessons we can ever learn. Not only practical but key to becoming mature Christians. To be mature is to have the righteousness that God desires, and according to James oneof biggest obstacles to ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Listening And Doing

Contributed by John Kapteyn on Oct 18, 2000

Introductory Comments 1.

Introductory Comments 1. To be a Christian may not always seem easy. But being a believer has its benefits as well. As James indicates in vs. 25 - a believer can live in freedom and the fullness of God’s blessings. 2. This evening I ask you, do you have freedom? Do you have the freedom to live as ...read more

Scripture: James 1:22-25, James 1:19

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How To Help People Improve Their Listening Skills

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Listening is one of the finest ways to show people how much we love them. Love is patient and kind.

"Let everyone be quick to hear, slow to speak and slow to become angry." (James 1:19) Illustration:Two psychiatrists meet at their 20th college reunion. One is vibrant, while the other looks withered and worried. "So what’s your secret?" the older looking psychiatrist asks. "Listening to other ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Defensive Strategies For Dealing With Difficult Superiors

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

Be quick to hear, slow to speak and slow to anger while showing a Holy Spirit given wisdom.

Defensive Strategies For Dealing with Difficult Superiors (James 1:19-22) ILlustration:Formula for handling people: 1. Listen to the other person’s story. 2. Listen to the other person’s full story. 3. Listen to the other person’s full story first. Gen. George Marshall, Bits & Pieces, April, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-22

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How To Fortify Your Faith Series

Contributed by James Love on Nov 20, 2000

Four factors that when followed will help a person fortify their faith

HOW TO FORTIFY YOUR FAITH (James 1:18-25) INTRODUCTION -So far in our study of James we have seen: 1. How faith responds to trials (testing) (2-11) 2. How faith responds to temptations (12-17) 3. Tonight we will see how faith responds to truth (19-25) -How we respond to truth will ...read more

Scripture: James 1:18-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Practice Of Scripture Series

Contributed by Danny Williams on Dec 6, 2000

How to appy the word of God in your life

The Practice of Scripture Victory Temple A/G PO Box 911 Waco, Tx 76703 Pastor Danny Williams James 1:19-25 Tonight we are going to look at the third test James puts to the believer. The first was his response to trials (1:2-12) The second was his response to temptation (1:13-18) The third is his ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Price Of Temptation Series

Contributed by Danny Williams on Dec 6, 2000

How temptation cost a believer

The Price of Temptation Victory Temple A/G Po box 911 Waco Tx, 76703 Pastor Danny Williams James 1:13-18 Last week we discovered that whenever you encounter a trial, you are to count it all joy. Not because of what is happening, but because you know why it is happening…. Amen And that is that ...read more

Scripture: James 1:13-18

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Belief That Behaves Series

Contributed by Danny Williams on Dec 6, 2000

How believer are to believe

Belief that Behaves Victory Temple A/G PO Box 911 Waco, tx 76703 Pastor Danny Williams James 1:19-25 Tonight we are going to look at the third test James puts to the believer. The first was his response to trials (1:2-12) The second was his response to temptation (1:13-18) The third is his ...read more

Scripture: James 1:19-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational